11:15 A.M. - 12:05 P.M.

Registration & Welcome Remarks

Speaker: Josh Garvey (Doeren Mayhew)

12:05 - 1:00 P.M.

Tax Update: What Matters Now and What You Need to Plan For

Speakers: Daniel Lynn (Doeren Mayhew) and Mark Rizik (Miller Johnson)

With continual changes, state and federal tax law updates can be overwhelming to navigate. This session will break down everything tax that you need to know, including the One Big Beautiful Bill, with speakers who translate tax law every day. While many of the new laws you’ve been hearing about don’t go into effect immediately, you’ll learn strategies that will help you be prepared as well as how to best maneuver through what will have a swift impact. 

1:00 - 1:10 P.M.

Break

1:10 - 2:10 P.M.

Breakout Sessions

Corporate Governance: Best Practices in Company Governance Matters

Speakers: Anne Marie Carson and Brandon Tomash (Miller Johnson)

This presentation will discuss best practices in corporate governance, focusing on how companies can strengthen oversight, ensure regulatory compliance and foster risk management in decision-making. The discussion will cover key topics such as governance priorities, risk management frameworks and fiduciary obligations, while engaging in real-life examples.

Building Your Tech Stack Without Compromising Cybersecurity

Speaker: Brad Atkin (Doeren Mayhew)



Innovation continues to quickly evolve, and so does the risk for cyber threats. This session explores how to build scalable, high-performing tech stacks and critical areas to keep in mind within your organization to mitigate your cybersecurity exposure.

2:10 - 2:20 P.M.

Break

2:20 - 3:20 P.M.

Breakout Sessions

Employment & Labor Law Update: What Employers Need to Know Now

Speakers: Saniya Khare, Bridget McConville and Erica Quigley (Miller Johnson)

Changes are coming from all directions in 2025, from federal executive orders and shifting agency priorities to new laws across all 50 states to landmark court decisions. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the most critical updates impacting the workplace – including EEOC, DOL, NLRB, and ICE priorities, the latest with Michigan ESTA and minimum wage, union organizing trends, DEI considerations, risks associated with artificial intelligence, workplace accommodations, employee privacy and cybersecurity and more. Attendees will gain practical insights to ensure compliance and proactively manage risk in a changing regulatory environment.

Selling Your Business in Today's
Market

Speakers: Sarah Wilson and Daniel Walsh (Doeren Mayhew Capital Advisors)

As experienced investment bankers, we know selling your business is one of the most important transactions of your life.  Understanding the process and being prepared is key to maximizing the value of your largest asset when the time is right.

Key Considerations Before Expanding Globally

Speakers: Jeffrey McCann, Douglas Martin and Steven Wedge (Doeren Mayhew)

Expansion of any kind can be a big step for businesses, but when it’s time to cross international borders, there are new issues to consider. Hear from experienced pros about everything that truly goes into global expansion and learn if it’s an option for your business.

3:20 - 3:30 P.M.

Break

3:30 - 4:30 P.M.

Deep Fakes and AI: An Expert Take on What You Need to Watch Out For

Speaker: Brandon Smith (Michigan Cyber Command Center)

Artificial intelligence is quickly being incorporated into every aspect of our lives. While some uses may seem mild, there are very real dangers to consider, especially as lawmakers try to keep up with the quickly evolving technology. Brandon Smith, from the Michigan Cyber Command Center, will discuss what kind of threats deepfakes and AI pose not only to the average person, but specifically to businesses and their employees.

4:30 - 5:30 P.M.

Cocktail Reception